²⁶ As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, So is the sluggard to those who send him.

¹³ As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, So is a faithful messenger to those who send him; For he refreshes the soul of his masters.

²⁰ As one who takes away a garment in cold weather, Or vinegar on soda, So is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.

⁶ One who sends a message by the hand of a fool Is cutting off feet and drinking violence.

²⁶ "But his lord answered him, 'You wicked and slothful servant. You knew that I reap where I didn't sow, and gather where I didn't scatter.

¹¹ not lagging in diligence; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

¹² that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.

⁵ who say, Stand by yourself, don't come near to me, for I am holier than you. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burns all the day.